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Considering a tiny house but not sure where to start? There are a lot of fascinating stories out there about tiny houses. These stories are no doubt inspiring, yet when it comes to turning our own realities into tiny house success, the journey toward the tiny house life can feel a bit overwhelming. Because of these challenges, Jordan Liberata wrote Live Tiny & Be Free as a way to help people take the steps needed to find their own personal form of tiny house freedom. The tiny life is yours if you want it, it’s just a matter of making a plan and putting it into motion.

Have you heard about the Danish philosphy of Hygge but don't know how to get started? Hygge is the Danish art of coziness and happiness that can be learned by anyone regardless of their background. That’s right you can learn how to lead a healthier and happier life by learning this philosophical system. Hygge is all about finding whats important to you and building a life around it, so that you can have a more fulfilling life. Hygge can help you lead a more frugal lifestyle which will in turn help you to save money on a daily basis.

This book reveals the Ancient Egyptian knowledge of harmonic proportion, sacred geometry, and number mysticism, as manifested in their texts, temples, tombs, art, hieroglyphs, etc., throughout their known history. It shows how the Egyptians designed their buildings to generate cosmic energy, and the mystical application of numbers in Egyptian works. The book explains in detail the harmonic proportion of about 20 Ancient Egyptian buildings throughout their recorded history.

Are you tired of the rat race and want to get away from it all? Are you tired of giving so much of your paycheck to utility companies? Tired of the local government telling you what you can and can’t do with your own property? Maybe you just want to live a minimalist lifestyle and leave a smaller footprint. For a lot of people, getting off the grid is the answer. In How to Get off The Grid and Survive, I show you what you need to do to prepare for life off the grid. This is a beginner’s guide and will help you answer the big question....

In this book, property developer Sam Stravelles give you a simple, easy-to-follow strategy that lets you get your home refurbished while being completely in control of the process, letting you actually enjoy the whole experience. Sam believes construction and property investment should be a whole lot of fun, but everyone needs a little guidance to stay protected.

This illuminating book highlights the importance of bringing quality light into your life to help your brain function better, your mood stabilise and your health improve. When you understand the importance of using good light you have the potential to enhance your life every time you flip the light switch....

Jane Jacobs is universally recognized as one of the most important figures in American urbanism, and The Death and Life of Great American Cities one of the most important books on cities. However, because of her David-versus-Goliath battles with "power broker" Robert Moses and the urban-renewal establishment, Jacobs has received more attention for being an activist than a thinker, despite having written a list of influential books on cities, economies, and other subjects.

When Frances Mayes fell in love with Tuscany and Bramasole, millions basked in the experience through her three best-selling memoirs. Now Frances and her husband, In Tuscany coauthor Edward, share the essence of Tuscan life as they have lived it, with specific ideas and inspiration for listeners stateside to bring the beauty and spirit of Tuscany into their own home decor, meals, gardens, entertaining and, most important, outlook on life.

Ancient Chinese thought linking the destiny of man to his surroundings. It aims to make sure that individuals board harmony with their surroundings. The Chinese have a clear belief in Ch'i, and it's incorporated into several aspects of their life. The astronomical history of feng shui is evident within the development of instruments and techniques. You don't need to be a professional designer or a feng shui expert in order to have a beautiful, comfortable home.

This highly understandable and entertaining book distils best practice research on science communication into accessible chapters, supported by case studies and examples. With practical advice on everything from messages and metaphors to metrics and ethics, you will learn what the public think about science and why, and how to shape scientific research into a story that will influence beliefs, behaviours and policies.

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What do we hope to get out of seeing a famous piece of art? Jeannie Marshall asked that question of herself when she started visiting the Sistine Chapel frescoes. She wanted to understand their meaning and context—but in the process, she also found what she didn’t know she was looking for. All Things Move: Learning to Look in the Sistine Chapel tells the story of Marshall’s relationship with one of our most cherished artworks.

This book is the authoritative account of the place that would become Central Park. From the first Dutch family to settle on the land through the political crusade to create America’s first major urban park, Sara Cedar Miller chronicles two and a half centuries of history.

Welcome to "The Mindful Home", where we are passionate about the art of creating harmonious living spaces that nurture well-being and happiness. We offer a wide range of topics and techniques for cultivating serenity in your living space.

Lost Plantations of the South explores the root causes of demise and provides understanding and insight on how lessons learned in these sad losses can help prevent future preservation crises. Capturing the voices of masters and mistresses alongside those of slaves, this book explores the powerful and complex histories of these cardinal homes across the South.

Desde tiempos de los iberos y de los celtíberos, los lugares adecuados para la defensa o el ataque se vieron fortificados con construcciones acordes con las técnicas que estos pueblos dominaban. Pero al evolucionar la poliorcética, o arte militar, las construccio­nes militares fueron adquiriendo una nueva fisonomía. La palabra "castellum", de la que se deriva "castillo", es un diminutivo de "castrum", el asentamiento militar romano por excelencia. En principio tuvieron carácter temporal, y fueron instrumentos de ataque más que de defensa.

La denominación de arte gótico para clasificar al estilo artístico que floreció desde el siglo XIII al XV en toda Europa parece la debemos al Vasari, que en su libro critico e histórico del arte europeo le define con este nombre por sospechar su procedencia germánica. Nada más lejos de la realidad, pues el estilo gótico sólo es una evolución del románico anterior.

El hierro, el cemento y el vidrio revolucionan la construcción del siglo XX que dan lugar a dos grandes estilos: el racionalismo y la arquitectura orgánica, cuyos representantes más destacados fueron sin duda Le Corbusier y Lloyd Wright, entre otros muchos autores que transforman definitivamente la construcción arquitectónica. Los rascacielos ponen la nota imperativa del nuevo siglo y se extienden por todo el mundo.

"Harmonious Homes: Integrating Crystals for Wellness and Style" is a captivating and comprehensive guide that immerses listeners in the enchanting world of crystals and their influence on interior design. This book showcases how crystals can be seamlessly integrated into living spaces. By offering practical tips and insights, it empowers listeners to harness the innate energy of crystals to create balanced, harmonious, and visually stunning environments within their homes. This indispensable resource beautifully illustrates the transformative power of crystals.